German Verbs
past participle (perfektum) of spielen
gespielt
This German invention makes it easier to play Germany's national sport in wet weather.
der Fußballschuh
(football boots – with screw-in studs)
Invented: 1948
German people often create clear boundaries between work and home life. On this day, virtually everything is closed, giving German workers designated time to be with their friends and family.
Sunday = Ruhetag
Shops don't open, most people don't work, and towns become ghostly quiet on Sundays. But this respect for silence doesn't just apply to shopping. There are also legally binding rules for how much noise you can make in your own home during these quiet hours.
past participle (perfektum) of kaufen
gekauft
This German invention had a significant impact on medicine and healthcare. It is one of the most commonly used pain relievers.
Aspirin invented by Felix Hoffmann, a German chemist, in 1897.
Traditional German clothing is instantly recognizable, and Germans still bring it out for celebrations such as Oktoberfest.
Dirndl & Lederhosen
past participle (perfektum) of haben
gehabt
This German invention allowed for the mass production of books and written material, promoting the spread of knowledge
Johannes Gutenberg Printing Press 1440
As children start school, anxiety and fear can run high. On the first day of school, parents and grandparents will give kids this decorated paper cone filled with gifts to bring light-hearted fun to the day.
Schultüte
past participle (perfektum) of trinken
getrunken
This German invention played a pivotal role in improving automobile safety. It rapidly inflates upon impact and thus reduces the risk of injury during a collision.
The Airbag invented by Wanter Linderer in 1951
This is the most popular sport in Germany, and Germans love to watch it (and play it) as much as they love to hike or drink beer. Whet's the name of this sport and how many times did Germany win the World Cup?
The German national soccer team won the World Cup four times (1954, 1974, 1990, 2014).
past participle (perfektum) of sein
gewesen
This invention was made in 1887 by the German physiologist Adolf Eugen Fick. He first fitted animals with them and later made them for people to improve their vision.
Contact Lenses
Germany is the world leader in it and German take real pride in it, in fact it is so ingrained in German culture that it’s considered normal behavior. Huge fines await those who can’t adhere to these rules.
Recycling Is a German Lifestyle